Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Generic vs Name Brand


Most people know about the day my dishwasher bought the farm. Well, it's back from the dead! My hubby fixed it and so far so good. So, this brings me to today's generic vs name brand challenge. I've been a Cascade girl forever and I swear by it. However, with the economy going down the toilet and the government finally admitting we're in a recession (DUH??!!), I look for ways to stop the cash from flying out of my account so fast. Hubby and I decided to try Walmart brand dishwashing liquid. So with a little nervousness I put it in my cart, bought it, and used it. I have to tell you, I'm impressed. I've used it for about one month now and notice that my dishes come out just as clean as they did with Cascade. We've always used Jet Dry in our dishwasher, so this comparison was done w/ the use of Jet Dry and my dishes are just as clean and spot free as ever. At under $3.00 for 75 oz, I save lots of $$$$ over time. Great Value Dishwashing Gel is exactly what it says it is... a great value! With a family of 7 and the unfair amount of dishes I'm forced to do, every bit helps. :)

7 comments:

jamieswifey4life said...

Hey Pam! Thanks for the tip. I will try it out next time I need to get some. ~Amanda~

ChristineM said...

Good to know, Pam! I'm a Cascade girl myself but always wondered about the Wal-mart brand...might give it a try! ;)

Lissaloo said...

Thanks Pam! Great to know :) I can't wait for your next test :) You need to find a sponsor so you can do vacuums, mine sucks or not very well as is the case :)

Pamela said...

LOL Lissaloo! Tell me about it. My poor vacuum has electrical tape holding the cord together!

Keeper of the Skies Wife said...

I'll have to try it!! I'm always nervous to try some no-name brands.

thamesarino said...

now if only I could get a dishwasher to use this stuff with!! for now I am the dishwasher in this house...: (
...often it feels like my entire day revolves around the dirtying and then CLEANING of the dishes everyday!
now how about Joy(my trusted dishwashing liquid) VS. a generic? or joy vs dawn(is that the one that says it helps your hands?)
ok have a good one!
oh and happy anniversary!(?)

RebeccaMom said...

this is good to know, I have always been afraid to try it :) I stopped by from SITS, you were a couple above me on roll call and I saw you were having a giveaway, so... :) have a great day!